Biersner et al. (1976): study US 1971
Publication
- Author(s):
- Biersner, R.J.; LaRocco, J.M.; Ryman, D.H.
- Title:
- Mood Scales as Predictors of Discharge and Sick Call Visits during Basic Military Training.
- Source:
- Military Medicine, 1976, Vol. 141, 859 - 861
Investigation
- Public
- Navy recruits, USA, 1971
- Sample
- Non-probability chunk sample
- Respondents
- N = 1220
- Non Response
- Assessment
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Questionnaire: Paper & Pencil Interview (PAPI)
Administered the first day of basic military training and three days later.
Happiness Measure(s) and Distributional Findings
- Full text:
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Self report on 7 questions:
Below is a list of words describing moods and feelings. Indicate how each of these words applies to how you feel now.
A Contented
B Calm
C Happy
D Pleased
E Satisfied
F Cheerful
G Good
Rating options (same for all items):
1 not at all
2 somewhat or slightly
3 mostly or generally
Name: Happiness subscale of Ryman et al (1974) Mood Questionnaire (MQ) - Classification:
- A-ASA-m-mq-v-3-a
- Author's label:
- Mood Questionaire
- Page in publication:
- 859